CVE-2017-9614
CVE-2017-9614 is a high-severity vulnerability in D.r.commander Libjpeg-turbo with a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-119.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 8.8)
- CVSS v2: 6.8
- EPSS exploit prediction: 8% (94th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-119
- Affected product: D.r.commander Libjpeg-turbo
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
The fill_input_buffer function in jdatasrc.c in libjpeg-turbo 1.5.1 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (invalid memory access and application crash) or possibly have unspecified other impact via a crafted jpg file. NOTE: Maintainer asserts the issue is due to a bug in downstream code caused by misuse of the libjpeg API
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2017-9614?
- The fill_input_buffer function in jdatasrc.c in libjpeg-turbo 1.5.1 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (invalid memory access and application crash) or possibly have unspecified other impact via a crafted jpg file. NOTE: Maintainer asserts the issue is due to a bug in downstream code caused by misuse of the libjpeg API
- How severe is CVE-2017-9614?
- CVE-2017-9614 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2017-9614 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 8% (94th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2017-9614?
- CVE-2017-9614 affects D.r.commander Libjpeg-turbo. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2017-9614?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
- When was CVE-2017-9614 published?
- CVE-2017-9614 was published on 2017-07-27 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/143518/libjpeg-turbo-1.5.1-Denial-Of-Service.html
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2017/Jul/66
- https://github.com/libjpeg-turbo/libjpeg-turbo/issues/167
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/42391/
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:d.r.commander:libjpeg-turbo:1.5.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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